How far is Short Pump, VA from Newport News, VA?
The driving distance from Short Pump, VA to Newport News, VA is about 85 miles (136.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74 miles (119.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in King William County, Virginia
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Short Pump and Newport News.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Short Pump and Newport News.
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Start on Pump Road
588 ft · 20 sec · Pump Road
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Continue on Pump Road
1003 ft · 34 sec · Pump Road
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Turn right onto West Broad Street
1.3 km · 1 min · West Broad Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 64 East: Richmond
2286 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
11.4 mi · 15 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 64 East: Williamsburg, Norfolk
67.9 mi · 1 hr 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 17 South: J Clyde Morris Boulevard
2080 ft · 51 sec
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Turn straight onto J Clyde Morris Boulevard
555 ft · 11 sec · J Clyde Morris Boulevard
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Turn right onto Diligence Drive
2463 ft · 1 min · Diligence Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Thimble Shoals Boulevard
593 ft · 19 sec · Thimble Shoals Boulevard
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Turn left
126 m · 33 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
25 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Short Pump and Newport News.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 64 East
Keep slight right to continue on I 64 East: Williamsburg, Norfolk
67.9 mi · 01h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Clear leaving Short Pump and Partly Cloudy near Newport News.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Short Pump to Newport News?
The road trip is about 85 miles (136.8 km) and usually takes 01h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
West Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.9 miles from Short Pump and 44.1 miles from Newport News.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74 miles (119.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:46 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.62 one way or $23.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Short Pump and Partly Cloudy near Newport News.
Stop Ideas Near West Point
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to West Point.
Williamsburg Transportation Center
Richmond Main Street Station
Richmond Staples Mill Road station
Ashland
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Short Pump and Newport News. Straight-line distance: 73.98 mi (119.06 km).
#1 Short Pump
Short Pump is a place in Virginia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.6504200, -77.6124900 |
| Altitude | 89 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Newport News
The second most populous city in Virginia.
| Population | 179,062 |
| Coordinates | 37.0833900, -76.4696500 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-76.469409, 37.08343)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 137 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.87 | $11.62 | $23.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.37 | $13.10 | $26.20 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $14.34 | $28.69 |
| Diesel | $6.17 | $18.50 | $37.00 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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